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United States
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Boulder County
Superior

Davidson Mesa Overlook – Boulder Creek Trail loop from Rocky Flats National Wildlife Refuge trailhead

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Bike touring routes & trails
United States
Colorado
Boulder County
Superior

Davidson Mesa Overlook – Boulder Creek Trail loop from Rocky Flats National Wildlife Refuge trailhead

Hard

4.7

(5134)

15,077

riders

Davidson Mesa Overlook – Boulder Creek Trail loop from Rocky Flats National Wildlife Refuge trailhead

04:04

58.3km

840m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 20, 2026

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233 m

Broomfield County High Point

Highlight • Summit

This spot is great for a quick break and offers sweeping views of the mountains, with the Great Western Reservoir visible in the distance as well.

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2

9.74 km

Davidson Mesa Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

From this overlook, which has a bike repair station if needed, you get fantastic, sweeping views of the Flatirons and the town of Boulder.

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3

16.0 km

Centennial Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Ride the Centennial Trail along a paved route, passing through a tree-lined tunnel and Skunk Creek. It is exceptionally beautiful in the fall.

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4

19.1 km

Boulder Creek Path (CU to Foothills Parkway)

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Boulder Creek Path is a popular multi-use path that connects to many other bike trails and major roads in Boulder, allowing users to traverse across Boulder and largely avoid …

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5

24.2 km

Boulder Creek Trail

Highlight • Trail

Nice spot to cool off after the hike

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6

25.9 km

Boulder Creek Path

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Half a mile west of Eben G Fine park, the Boulder Creek Path turns into 2 miles of packed gravel. A gentle grade lets you enjoy the neighboring creek and …

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7

29.0 km

Chapman Drive Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

it's a tough climb specially when the soil is a bit wet and soft. I absolutely prefer this climb over flagstaff though because ZERO cars!

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8

33.1 km

Flagstaff Road

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Nicely paved, not to busy road up to Flagstaff Mountain – plus pretty nice views onto the surrounding landscape.

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58.3 km

End point

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

36.9 km

9.16 km

5.87 km

3.81 km

1.38 km

1.20 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

26.9 km

18.2 km

7.76 km

5.22 km

321 m

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Highest point (2,060 m)

Lowest point (1,600 m)

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